Embrace Joyful Movement: Fun Ways to Stay Active
At LükBook, we're embracing joyful movement. Haven’t heard of it? It means moving your body in a way that is enjoyable for you, and reclaiming the enjoyment of physical activity, which for many of us has been stripped away by years of being told what physical activity SHOULD look like. Guess what? You can embrace joyful movement without ever setting foot in a gym. Wild, we know.
The central focus of joyful movement is enjoyment, meaning that the type of activities we engage in should naturally change depending on our mood, energy levels, schedules and more.
Stuck for inspiration? Here are some forms of movement we're embracing:
#1 - Aerial yoga
We have blogger and influencer Lacey-Jade Christie to thank for this one. We saw TikToks of her trying out aerial yoga, and damn, it looks like fun! Other than aerial yoga seeming like a great time (which is enough reason to give it a whirl) it offers some pretty unique benefits, according to Brisbane-based studio Bend and Fly, including decompressing your spine, and improving circulation.
Want to give it a go?
If you're based in Melbourne, Lacey-Jade recommends Fine Line Studio. She also suggests calling ahead to check with the studio as some don't have the equipment set up for plus bodies (ie. there might be a weight limit on their rigging).
#2 - Aqua aerobics
An absolute favourite of LükBook CEO, Katrina, and a perfect excuse to cool off during the Summer months. Katrina says, “I have torn cartilage in my knee, so I try to avoid running and jumping. Deep water aqua is perfect because there’s no impact on my knees. It’s also great for enhancing core strength, which is something I’d like to work on. And the best part: it’s accompanied by great retro tunes and is 100% sweat free!”
Want to give it a go?
Most local pools run aqua aerobics classes.
#3 - Burlesque
Before some of you stop reading, let’s set your minds at ease: yes, you can learn burlesque without having to strip down in public. Burlesque classes will typically have you learning a fun, sensual dance. The best part? The burlesque community is incredibly diverse and welcoming of all body shapes, sizes, gender identities, and abilities. We recommend checking out the gorgeous @hollyhornet and @mamamedusaa - both absolutely stunning, plus size burlesque artists based in Sydney.
Want to give it a go?
Burlesque has a pretty good reputation for being inclusive and welcoming, but it’s worth trying out a couple of different studios to see where you feel most comfortable.